Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 24, 2019

The restaurant industry is constantly witnessing major changes in technology. Smarter technological inventions are replacing traditional methods at restaurants. AI-driven technologies have been introduced in this sector after having carefully examined the customer behavior and their expectations over the years. To beat the massive competition that exists in the restaurant industry, restaurateurs need to invest wisely in technology.

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OCTOBER 9, 2019

Having an online presence that’s consistent, accessible, and engaging is one of the best ways for your restaurant to make a great first impression to prospective customers. Not convinced? Picture this: It’s a Sunday. You wake up, have a coffee, and decide that it’s a perfect day to go out for a nice brunch. You’re craving eggs benedict, and you want to go somewhere that’s well-reviewed, close to you, and not too busy.

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Eat Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 12, 2019

Today’s guests have a few expectations when booking a table.

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Xotels Hotel Revenue Management

OCTOBER 21, 2019

In our last post , we went over some of the successes and challenges of revenue management in the apartment rental business. We came up with a number of elements that we believe need to be applied to take revenue management to the next level. Horizontal Analysis vs. Vertical Analysis. Given that you can sell each apartment only once, there’s simply no solid way to measure pick-up accurately.

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Speaker: Amanda Adams, Fractional CFO, CPA

Are you ready to elevate your accounting processes for 2025? 🚀 Join us for an exclusive webinar led by Amanda Adams, a seasoned fractional CFO and CPA passionate about transforming back-office operations for finance teams. This session will cover critical best practices and process improvements tailored specifically for accounting professionals.

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Dialed Labs Hotels

OCTOBER 12, 2019

Have you ever had your credit card in front of you, wanting to make a travel reservation, but the website is painfully slow to load, or worse – it never loads at all? In the age of abundant options, most of us simply make that reservation on a competing website. Within a few minutes, one hotel can lose a booking while a competing hotel takes the booking – even if the price is higher!

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Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 29, 2019

We hear frequently how innovation is a mainstay for business survival and growth. Innovation helps restaurants stay competitive and those involved in operations and sourcing need to always be looking for the next thing that grabs attention, differentiates, and brings value to their patrons. So where is the first place we look for innovation? Usually it is product.

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OCTOBER 2, 2019

If you’re transitioning to a restaurant management position, congratulations! This is a great step up in your restaurant career, and one that 25% of all restaurant staff want to make. But with this new opportunity comes a new set of challenges, not the least of which is figuring out how to manage restaurant staff. There are certainly skills that will help you keep your staff engaged and your restaurant running smoothly, but some of what you need to know can only come from experience.

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Eat Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 14, 2019

Successful restaurants are built on two key principles: serve great food streamline restaurant operations.

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Xotels Hotel Revenue Management

OCTOBER 7, 2019

It has been a few years since Xotels is operating in Italy now. And we wanted to share some of our successes in terms of hotel revenue management strategies with you. Before entering into the market we were faced with the same hurdles as always. Owners and managers were concerned we did not know the market, and did not have first hand local experience.

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AHLEI

OCTOBER 7, 2019

Developing your employees is one of the best ways to both attract and retain top people in your industry. But some companies get so busy with the day-to-day running of their brand that they let employee training and improvement fall to the wayside. If your goal is to improve the overall service at your hotel or resort, creating world-class employees should be your first step in the journey.

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Software Suggest

OCTOBER 1, 2019

Updated 17/04/2020: This post has been updated with latest Hotel Revenue Management Software for Small Hotels. A premium-quality of hotel management software is inevitable when you are in the hospitality business and wish to reap maximum benefits from your venture.

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Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 31, 2019

Restaurants are increasingly reliant on self-service technology to improve the customer experience. From handheld or desktop tablets used to collect payment to kiosks used for self-service ordering, technology allows restaurants to provide a variety of options to customers to enhance their visit. However, it is incumbent upon restaurants to provide an accessible and equal experience for all their customers when utilizing these new technologies.

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OCTOBER 22, 2019

In a social media-heavy world, the visual appeal of a restaurant has become more important than ever. Instagram is now reshaping the way diners consume their food, and in return restaurants have changed to accommodate the need for “ Instagrammable ” experiences. Creating an Instagram marketing strategy for your restaurant is just a part of getting your business up and running.

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Eat Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 31, 2019

So, you’ve finally managed to expand your kitchen and front of house teams – the next step is to get new servers up to speed on their roles. An effective way to do this is to use a restaurant training manual. A restaurant training manual (also referred to as restaurant employee handbook) lays the foundation for consistent results so that your staff is capable of delivering high-quality dining experiences whether they’re on the floor or in the kitchen.

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BizBash

OCTOBER 2, 2019

Here's a look back at the stand-out ideas for decor, catering, and more from summertime fund-raising events around North America.

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AHLEI

OCTOBER 2, 2019

Responding to a quickly growing segment of the traveling population, the American Hotel & Lodging Educational Institute (AHLEI) has revised Elements of Service: Serving Guests with Disabilities , an online training program that teaches hospitality professionals how to provide superior guest service to guests with physical disabilities. “This subject is much more in the public eye than it was even in 2016 or 2017,” said Peter Slatin, a hotel consultant and co-designer of the program.

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Restaurant Den

OCTOBER 28, 2019

It’s a known fact that restaurants face some of the toughest competition in the business world. With an ever increasing number of options it’s becoming extremely difficult to convince new customers to try out your restaurant. The post TapMango Review: Customer Loyalty Program for Restaurants appeared first on Restaurant Den.

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Speaker: Joe Sharpe and James Carlson

Payroll optimization can be one of the most time-consuming and complex factors of small business management. Yet, organizations that crack the code on streamlining employee compensation often discover innovative avenues for growth. With the right strategies in place, outsourcing and streamlining payroll processes can result in substantial time and resource savings.

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Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 30, 2019

Finding the right general manager (GM) can be a challenging task, yet businesses that view investing in employees as an unnecessary expense often pay for it down the road. As a restaurant owner or operator, you understand the importance of finding the right GM. They are arguably the most important leaders in the restaurant industry, because they are the most closely connected to staff members and customers.

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OCTOBER 30, 2019

Retaining employees is a major problem for the restaurant industry—with the annual employee turnover rate sitting at a staggering 73%, the average employee tenure is just one month and 26 days. Because employees come and go so quickly, it’s natural for restaurateurs to feel like they have to make quick hiring decisions to avoid lapses in service and quality.

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MBB Hospitality

OCTOBER 22, 2019

Is your restaurant doing well and you feel like you are ready to expand your business, but not sure how? They are a lot of ways that you can do it and here at MBB Management we can help you develop a surefire plan for success. Check out this Need to Know Guide on Restaurant Expansion for Restaurants. Make It a Part of Your Business Plan. First things first, any plans for expansion should be thought through and put into your business plan even before you open your restaurant.

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BizBash

OCTOBER 29, 2019

Design this year's corporate holiday party around the setting—from the ballroom to the rooftop to the unconventional.

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AHLEI

OCTOBER 1, 2019

A guest with a guide dog enters your hotel. How do your employees respond? If they’re like the hospitality employees that hotel consultant Peter Slatin has encountered, they might uncomfortably ignore him or “help” him by grabbing him without notice to guide him where they think he needs to go. Or perhaps when a guest using a wheelchair enters the hotel spa, the receptionist greets her with, “Oh, I’m so sorry you’re confined to a wheelchair.”.

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Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 15, 2019

It shouldn’t come as a surprise to any employer in the U.S. that they must ensure proper completion of federal Form I-9 for each person they hire. Particularly for operators in the restaurant industry, who face high-volume hiring as a result of toxic turnover, it’s critically important to be diligent regarding employment eligibility to avoid penalties.

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Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 22, 2019

It's no surprise that as temperatures drop, restaurants often face increased rodent pressure as mice and rats look to find shelter for the winter. But this winter, pest management experts anticipate that there may be even greater rodent activity than usual. To protect your restaurant from mice and rat intrusions this season, now is the time to take action.

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Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 31, 2019

If you are reading this article you are one of the brave. Strong enough to take the risk and I commend you!, You may find yourself second guessing things about your venture like location, vendor selection and finding quality employees. One overlooked aspect of owning a successful restaurant, or any business in today’s modern age is an effective online presence and a quality website.

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Speaker: James Kahler, COO of Full Course

Ever wondered where to splurge and where to safely conserve when it comes to operating and growing your restaurant? 🤔 Join James Kahler, COO of Full Course and industry visionary, in this new webinar where he'll talk all about best practices to invest in your restaurant's success! Whether you're a new business or an established restaurant, a seasoned pro or a rookie, you'll learn the keys to sustainable success in this competitive industry.

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